Buffa's Bar & Restaurant

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant "Best Bar Food In New Orleans"
- Esquire's Best Bars in America
- Open 24/7
- Live Music
- Sunday Jazz Brunch
- Happy Hour
(2526)

On the Border of the Quarter since 1939, Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant is a true New Orleans style neighborhood bar. Food and libations served 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Ending August and starting September with our own heat on stage! Bye August; can't say we'll miss your heat!(Ticket link...
08/31/2026

Ending August and starting September with our own heat on stage! Bye August; can't say we'll miss your heat!
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When the music is so good and your body says, "Let me dance!", that's when you know you're at a Washboard Chaz show.Born...
08/28/2026

When the music is so good and your body says, "Let me dance!", that's when you know you're at a Washboard Chaz show.

Born in New York City, Washboard Chaz moved to New Orleans in the early 1990s and quickly became a fixture in the city's vibrant music scene. His unique style and energetic performances have made him a popular and sought-after musician in the New Orleans blues and jazz community.

Over the years, Washboard Chaz has collaborated with numerous local musicians and bands, forming various ensembles and partnerships. Some of these collaborations include the Tin Men, the Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, and the Palmetto Bug Stompers. He has also played with well-known musicians such as Anders Osborne, John Mooney, and Walter "Wolfman" Washington.

Washboard Chaz is known for his engaging stage presence and ability to captivate audiences with his rhythmic, soulful washboard playing. His music is deeply rooted in the blues tradition, but he also incorporates elements of jazz, country, and other genres into his performances. Chaz's contribution to New Orleans' music scene has garnered him local and international recognition, making him a beloved figure in the city's rich musical heritage.
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See you at the blues show tonight!!While Millie and Candy may sound sweet, they're anything but. With gator teeth guitar...
08/26/2026

See you at the blues show tonight!!

While Millie and Candy may sound sweet, they're anything but. With gator teeth guitar picks and dynamite drumsticks, they've been howling their way through dive bars, juke-joints, and revered venues from fracture all the way to Vegas. Mixing a batch of gumbo blues with flavors from Mississippi John Hurt, Gary P. Nunn, Gregg Allman, and more.

Formed in '25 by Millie Grace, an aggressive female guitarist - bayou born and Brooklyn raised; and Candy Dax, a carnival kid who brings that same family flare to its punk rock peak. Welcome to the wetlands.

We really do have it all this week...Tom McDermott isn’t just a pianist — he’s a walking encyclopedia of New Orleans mus...
08/25/2026

We really do have it all this week...

Tom McDermott isn’t just a pianist — he’s a walking encyclopedia of New Orleans music with a playful streak and a deep, restless creativity.

While Millie and Candy may sound sweet, they're anything but. With gator teeth guitar picks and dynamite drumsticks, they've been howling their way through dive bars, juke-joints, and revered venues from fracture all the way to Vegas. Mixing a batch of gumbo blues with flavors from Mississippi John Hurt, Gary P. Nunn, Gregg Allman, and more.

Washboard Chaz is known for his engaging stage presence and ability to captivate audiences with his rhythmic, soulful washboard playing. His music is deeply rooted in the blues tradition, but he also incorporates elements of jazz, country, and other genres into his performances. Chaz's contribution to New Orleans' music scene has garnered him local and international recognition, making him a beloved figure in the city's rich musical heritage.

Uriel is a talented musician based in Louisiana, drawing inspiration from blues, jazz, R&B, and rock and roll. Her passion for music led her to dedicate her life to singing, songwriting, and creating music that spreads love and light to everyone she encounters. Through her music, Uriel continues to make a positive impact, inspiring others through creativity, authenticity, and a deep love for the art of music.

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It's Tuesday night, whu-UT!! Come chill with this guy!!Alex McMurray is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader w...
08/25/2026

It's Tuesday night, whu-UT!! Come chill with this guy!!

Alex McMurray is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader whose soul is intertwined with the musical fabric of New Orleans. For decades, Alex has been serenading the city with his distinctive voice, spinning stories into songs, and strumming his guitar with a versatility that captivates audiences and fellow musicians alike.

Alex's deep-rooted passion for music has not only garnered him a loyal following but has also won him the admiration of his musical brethren. His commitment to his artistry is matched only by his dedication to the vibrant music community in New Orleans. He's not just a performer; he's a champion for the city's sonic legacy, tirelessly working to preserve its rich musical heritage and to kindle the flames of talent in the next generation of artists.

His enduring dedication and his prowess as both a singer-songwriter and guitarist have established Alex McMurray as a cherished icon and a stalwart of the city's music scene. His ongoing contributions continue to resonate, drawing in fans from around the world and serving as a source of inspiration.
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❤️SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT❤️Ancestral Tongue is the monicker of Filipino singer/songwriter, pianist, and multi-disciplinary art...
08/24/2026

❤️SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT❤️

Ancestral Tongue is the monicker of Filipino singer/songwriter, pianist, and multi-disciplinary artist Roqué Marcelo. With an experimental approach to music, Ancestral Tongue weaves together true emotional stories about identity, love, belonging, and personal freedom into songs that mold different genres together.

By combining melodic and rhythmic elements of pop, jazz, classical, folk, latin, and blues styles in various combinations, their songs boldly create their own sonic identity and freshness. Ancestral Tongue calls on the musical traditions of the past and brings them forward into the here and now.
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Jazz, blues, Cajun, soul... We got your tastes covered this week! Come set a spell and get out of this offensive heat!(T...
08/24/2026

Jazz, blues, Cajun, soul... We got your tastes covered this week! Come set a spell and get out of this offensive heat!
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David Doucet has redefined the acoustic guitar’s role in Cajun music, blending folk fingerpicking and bluegrass flatpick...
08/24/2026

David Doucet has redefined the acoustic guitar’s role in Cajun music, blending folk fingerpicking and bluegrass flatpicking to create a sound that’s as innovative as it is authentic. For over two decades, he’s been the driving rhythm behind Beausoleil, the celebrated band he shares with his brother, Cajun fiddle legend Michael Doucet. But David’s talents shine far beyond accompaniment—his 1991 solo debut, Quand J’ai Parti, proved he’s a powerhouse in his own right.

David’s guitar journey began unexpectedly. After breaking his arm in a high school football practice, he picked up the guitar to pass the time, teaching himself with Bob Dylan and Paul Simon songbooks. A chance listen to Doc Watson inspired him to explore flatpicking, and his musical world expanded further in 1980 when he discovered Clarence White’s imaginative style on The Kentucky Colonels 1965-1967. These influences shaped the unique voice that David would bring to Cajun music.

In 1975, David, Michael, and banjo player Raoul Breaux brought Cajun music to Louisiana clubs, but commercial success eluded them. The group disbanded, with David heading to college while Michael continued on to form Beausoleil. By 1976, David had joined his brother’s band just in time for their debut album, The Spirit of Cajun Music. The rest, as they say, is history.

Since moving to New Orleans in 1980, David has continued to enrich Cajun music, both as a solo artist and a collaborator. He’s worked with legends like dobro player Josh Graves and contributed to albums by Chuck Guillory (Grand Texas), Octa Clark & Hector Duhon (Ensemble Encore), and Michael Doucet (Dit Beausoleil). Whether strumming at the heart of Beausoleil or stepping into the solo spotlight, David Doucet keeps the spirit of Cajun music alive, one chord at a time.
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08/22/2026

TODAYYYY!!!!

🔥🔥It's here!!! It's ACTUALLY here!! Saturday, 8/22!!! An afternoon packed with amazing music, NO COVER, just come hang a...
08/21/2026

🔥🔥It's here!!! It's ACTUALLY here!! Saturday, 8/22!!! An afternoon packed with amazing music, NO COVER, just come hang and vibe out! All. Day. Long.🔥🔥

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1001 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans, LA
70116

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